An accident was reported on Seat Sandal. The informant could not be traced and there was no casualty to be found. Team searched in vain Raise beck and Tongue Ghyll areas - Malicious hoax.
A 56-year-old South African woman slipped while descending and sustained a leg injury. We were assisted with the evacuation by Kendal MRT
A paraglider landed heavily after falling around 20 feet. He sustained injuries to his lower back.
A 40-year-old woman slipped while descending and sustained deep lacerations to her head. She was on steep and difficult terrain and was significantly off her intended descent route. Other than their navigational error, they were well equipped and experienced. Rescues in the dark and snow are always so much more interesting than the rest.
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